Real Madrid slumps to draw against Legia Warsaw in an empty stadium

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Photos:Where are all the fans?

Cristiano Ronaldo and Co. were faced with unfamiliar surroundings in Real Madrid's Champions League clash against Legia Warsaw.

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Photos:Where are all the fans?

The reigning Polish champion had been ordered by UEFA to play its home match against the Spanish giant behind closed doors.

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Photos:Where are all the fans?

Crowd disturbances, fireworks, throwing objects, insufficient organization and blocking stairways in the 6-0 defeat home against Borussia Dortmund led to a stadium ban and an €80,000 ($88,820) fine. A further charge of racist behaviour was dropped.

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Photos:Where are all the fans?

The match started as expected and Real Madrid took the lead after just 57 seconds -- its fastest ever Champions League goal -- thanks to a stunning Gareth Bale volley.